Geography of Lothian
Geography of Lothian: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lothian
Glasgow is 42 mi to the west, Greater Glasgow is 42 mi to the west, Northumberland is 67 mi to the south-east and Newcastle upon Tyne is 91 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883)
Quick facts about Lothian
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | Scotland |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883) |
| Population | 900.000 |
| Local time | 7:39 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Summary
Lothian is a county in Scotland. Lothian is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 900.000.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Lothian with clear. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 51°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lothian is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 214 mi away. Nearby highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Lake District National Park and Loch Ness.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is 3.8°F above the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Lothian today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Lothian month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 35° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 38° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 50° | 39° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 54° | 41° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 47° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 55° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 50° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 55° | 47° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lothian?
Lothian is a county in Scotland. Its coordinates are 55.9533, -3.1883. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lothian right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lothian?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Lothian, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lothian in?
Lothian observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:39 PM.
How many people live in Lothian?
Lothian has a population of approximately 900.000.
What is the nearest airport to Lothian?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lothian?
Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Lake District National Park, Loch Ness, Isle of Skye and Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in Lothian?
Lothian covers 1 places in this atlas, including Edinburgh.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 7:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
